Organizational practices and employee engagement: a case of Malaysia electronics manufacturing firms
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of organizational practices on employee engagement based on 97 sample respondents from a multinational electronics firm that is based in Malaysia.
Design/methodology/approach
This paper uses a survey; SPSS and multiple regression analysis.
Findings
The three dimensions of organizational practices, namely organizational communication, reward and recognition and employee development, explained 43.2 percent of the variance in employee engagement. This study also evidenced the significant relationship between organizational practices and employee engagement.
Originality/value
This study contributes to the body of knowledge regarding the important influence of organizational practices on employee engagement. The management may use the findings to further enhance organizational practices that lead to more engaged employees.
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Citation
Suan Choo, L., Mat, N. and Al‐Omari, M. (2013), "Organizational practices and employee engagement: a case of Malaysia electronics manufacturing firms", Business Strategy Series, Vol. 14 No. 1, pp. 3-10. https://doi.org/10.1108/17515631311295659
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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